Development of a test battery to identify older drivers at risk for self-reported adverse driving events

Article Abstract:

Visual and functional testing may identify older drivers at risk for automobile accidents and other adverse driving events. Researchers tested 125 drivers averaging 81 years of age. A higher rate of car accidents, moving violations, and police traffic stops were reported by drivers with lower visual acuity or visual attention, or a reduced ability to turn the head. Medical office examinations to test for these deficits may identify older drivers at higher risk for driving-related problems.

Testing, Risk factors, Traffic accidents, Aged automobile drivers, Elderly drivers, Traffic violations

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Drugs and falls in older people: a systematic review and meta-analysis: I. psychotropic drugs

Article Abstract:

Psychotropic drugs may be linked to the risk of accidental falling in old age. Researchers compared the conclusions of 40 observational studies on falls and sedative/antidepressant/neuroleptic drug use in old age. The small yet consistent association between psychotropic medications and falling is noteworthy and indicates the need for more scientific research on this topic.

Causes of, Complications and side effects, Falls (Accidents), Accidental falls, Psychotropic drugs

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